Kevincm, Author at Economy Class & Beyond

TRIP REPORT: Surprise, Surprise! Chicago Classics – Giordano’s Deep Dish Pizza

02/05/2024 by Kevincm

Chicago Classics - Giordano's Deep Dish Pizza Surprise, Surprise! Time for a classic Chicago Dish - Deep Dish Pizza. Yes. Again. This time, it's by a real Chicago Classic, Giordano's. Is it still one of the best entry points into Deep Dish Pizza out there? … [Read more...]

Embraer delivers its 1,800 E-Jet to Azorra and Royal Jordanian

02/05/2024 by Kevincm

The Embraer E-Jet programme continues to deliver, with the airframer hitting a new milestone - with the 1,800 products E-Jet delivered. The new aircraft - an E190-E2- is owned by Azorra and has been leased to Royal Jordanian Airlines at Embraer's facility in São José dos Campos, Brazil. Today’s delivery is the third E2 for the airline which currently also operates … [Read more...]

Singaporean lessor “Avation” signs for 10 ATR72-600

02/05/2024 by Kevincm

Singaporean lessor "Avation" has gotten its chequebook out, with them signing for further ATR Aircraft. The lessor has signed a firm order for 10 ATR 72-600 with Avation PLC. The agreement is further complemented by 24 purchase rights, extending until 2034. Deliveries for the 10 aircraft are scheduled between 2025 and 2028, This order marks another … [Read more...]

Lufthansa’s Allegris new onboard seating product (mostly) takes off with paying customers aboard

01/05/2024 by Kevincm

For those who have been waiting for Lufthansa's next-generation seating product- Allegris - has finally taken to the sky. Well, mostly. … [Read more...]

TRIP REPORT: Surprise, Surprise! An Instagram Trap? Coffee at Brü

30/04/2024 by Kevincm

An Instagram Trap? Coffee at Brü Surprise, Surprise! Does a mug of coffee need to be placed in an Instagram trap? Or can a place like this provide respite when walking around a city? Although, I'm giving an instant ding for an umlaut out of context... … [Read more...]

Eurostar Pledeges to power trains with 100% renewable energy by 2030

30/04/2024 by Kevincm

Eurostar has been working in the background and has announced a goal it wishes to meet - ensuring the power its trains draw in France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany and the UK will run off 100% renewable energy by 2030. Channel Tunnel Eurostar Trains at St Pancras International - Image, Economy Class and Beyond. It comes as the train operator releases its first … [Read more...]

TRIP REPORT: Surprise, Surprise! Various Nibbles around Chicago

29/04/2024 by Kevincm

Various Nibbles around Chicago Surprise, Surprise! Time for the first round of food bite-sized reviews. This is more bite and nibble-sized, rather than things I can write full-length segments about food. And besides, sometimes it's nice to snack - even if its on small things. … [Read more...]

Scandinavian Airlines confirms its move to SkyTeam

29/04/2024 by Kevincm

After some initial "will they, won't they", Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) has signed an Alliance Adherence Agreement with SkyTeam. The upshot is, that SAS will join SkyTeam on the 1st of September, one day after it leaves Star Alliance. From 1 September 2024, SAS will officially become a part of SkyTeam, enriching the alliance with the best access to Scandinavian key … [Read more...]

TRIP REPORT: Surprise, Surprise! Airplane Art Special from the Hyatt Regency O’Hare

28/04/2024 by Kevincm

Airplane Art Special from the Hyatt Regency O’Hare Surprise, Surprise! It's time for a parade of aircraft. Some pretty pictures to keep you all amused for a while. … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (27th April)

27/04/2024 by Kevincm

It's fast approaching the end of another month, and my planning skills are nearer the wall than usual. It must be time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. From the 25th floor of Alpha Tower, looking out towards the Libary of Birmingham, The Hyatt Regency Birmingham, The Rep, The ICC, Brindley Place and the NIA. Trip Report: Surprise, Surprise! Three more segments … [Read more...]